The objective of this study was to update the ichthyofaunal data base through a comprehensive five-year sampling program. The fish community was evaluated in order to determine the biotic integrity of the Peace River. In this study, biotic integrity was qualitatively evaluated by integrating the following parameters: fish abundance and biomass, species richness, composition and diversity.

Date Issued

[1988], 1988, 1988

Identifier

20275789, fgcu_swfe_0449, AAA3839 QF

Format

Document (PDF)

Title

1987-1992 completion report, South Region fisheries management.

Creator

Champeau, T. R. (Thomas R.), Florida

Abstract/Description

This on-going study provided fishery management, public assistance, technical input, environmental protection, and educational programs to a 13-county region in Florida. The objective of this study is to conserve fisheries resources within the region while meeting increasing needs of the public, as well as the desires and expectations of fishermen.

Date Issued

1992], 1992, 1992

Identifier

27023554, fgcu_swfe_0339, AAA3803 QF

Format

Document (PDF)

Title

1991-1994 Completion Report, South Regional Fisheries Management.

Creator

Champeau, T. R. (Thomas R.), Florida

Abstract/Description

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the fishery of Medard Reservoir, and to develop and implement a fish management plan. The primary objective was to enhance fishing quality for all sportfish species.

Date Issued

[1994?], 1994, 1994

Identifier

32333221, fgcu_swfe_0451, AAA3791 QF

Format

Document (PDF)

Title

Aerial Studies of the West Indian Manatee (Trichechus manatus) on the West Coast of Florida from 1985-1990: A Comprehensive Six Year Study.

Mote Marine Laboratory has been conducting aerial surveys to estimate manatee populations and distribution since 1985. This report presents the six years of data collected in these areas from 1985-1990. The primary objectives were to determine the relative abundance, distribution, seasonality, and habitat requirements for manatees in the bays, gulf and rivers of this study area. The continuous surveys also provide data necessary to monitor changes in level of use and to detect secondary... Show moreMote Marine Laboratory has been conducting aerial surveys to estimate manatee populations and distribution since 1985. This report presents the six years of data collected in these areas from 1985-1990. The primary objectives were to determine the relative abundance, distribution, seasonality, and habitat requirements for manatees in the bays, gulf and rivers of this study area. The continuous surveys also provide data necessary to monitor changes in level of use and to detect secondary manatee areas and possible migratory routes. Show less

Identifier

26408437, fgcu_swfe_0473, AAA3796 QF

Format

Document (PDF)

Title

Agricultural pesticide use in estuarine drainage areas: a preliminary summary for selected pesticides.

Discusses selected pesticides and their toxicity, use in the estuarine drainage areas, and limitations. 28 pesticides, including herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, miticides, and nematicides are examined. A methodology for assessing toxicity is included, as is some discussion of crop patterns, factors affecting pesticide use, pesticide use patterns, and more. Suggestions for how the data can be used and concluding comments are included. Tables, maps, and charts. Much information about... Show moreDiscusses selected pesticides and their toxicity, use in the estuarine drainage areas, and limitations. 28 pesticides, including herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, miticides, and nematicides are examined. A methodology for assessing toxicity is included, as is some discussion of crop patterns, factors affecting pesticide use, pesticide use patterns, and more. Suggestions for how the data can be used and concluding comments are included. Tables, maps, and charts. Much information about pesticides in general is appended, including common names of pesticides, pesticide use estimation methodologies, physical properties of pesticides, environmental hazard rating system, pesticides applied to selected crops, area of crops in estuarine drainage areas, and agricultural use and toxicity normalized use for 28 pesticides by estuarine drainage area, average annual pesticide application rates by crop by state, agricultural use and toxicity normalized use for 28 pesticides by major crop by estuarine drainage area, and intensity of agricultural use and toxicity normalized use for 28 pesticides by major crop by estuary drainage area. A bibliography is attached. Show less

Date Issued

[1989], 1989, 1989

Identifier

89602751, AAA7730 QF, GC20000009, 174813, fgcu:24490

Format

E-book

Title

Alafia River Oyster Bar Restoration Demonstration Project.

Creator

Cardinale, Tom., Ash, Tom., Tampa Bay Estuary Program

Abstract/Description

On September 15, 1995, construction began on the Alafia River Oyster Bar Restoration Demonstration Project. The intent of the project was to re-establish oyster bars in the lower Alafia River which have historiclly been lost to dredging of the shipping channel and associated turning basin adjacent to Cargill Fertilizer Company. The progress of these oyster bars has been monitored quarterly over a three year period.

Identifier

44483243, fgcu_swfe_0338, AAA3538 QF

Format

Document (PDF)

Title

Analysis of Selected Benthic Communities in the Florida Everglades with Reference to Their Physical and Chemical Environment.

Creator

Waller, Bradley G., United States, Geological Survey (U.S.)

Abstract/Description

The purpose of this investigation is to document the types of aquatic benthic organisms found within the Everglades and to determine the extent to which the chemical and physical character of surface water and bottom materials affect their distribution and community structure. The scope of this investigation included the collection of benthic organisms from October 1972 to April 1974. Two samplings were completed during the dry season (April 1973-74) and two during the wet season (October... Show moreThe purpose of this investigation is to document the types of aquatic benthic organisms found within the Everglades and to determine the extent to which the chemical and physical character of surface water and bottom materials affect their distribution and community structure. The scope of this investigation included the collection of benthic organisms from October 1972 to April 1974. Two samplings were completed during the dry season (April 1973-74) and two during the wet season (October 1972-73). Of the 12 stations sampled, 10 were canals and 2 were in the open marsh. Comparison of species diversities calculated from similar investigations done in south Florida in recent years is made. Show less

This report provides references and annotations for 131 selected reports on Collier County, Florida, released between 1950 and 1978. The references are arranged by the following subjects: biologic, ecologic, geologic, geochemical, and hydrologic.

Date Issued

1981

Identifier

08073101, fgcu_swfe_0284

Format

Document (PDF)

Title

Applicability of the Interceptor Waterway Concept to the Rookery Bay Area.

Creator

Heald, Eric J., Tabb, Durbin C.

Abstract/Description

This document presents an analysis of the utility, feasibility and applicability of the Interceptor Waterway Concept as a land development aid in the vicinity of the Rookery Bay Sanctuary, Collier County, Florida. It attempts to indicate those areas in which the Interceptor Waterway could be employed to ecological advantage, and considers the ecological factors involved and possible design criteria to be employed.

This 3-year cooperative investigation was begun in 1967 by the U.S. Geological Survey at the request of the Southwest Florida Water Management District as part of their continuing program of water-resources investigations within the Management District. The purpose of the investigation was to provide a generalized description of the hydrology of Charlotte County and to identify the major hydrologic problems of the county, particularly with respect to use of ground and surface water for public... Show moreThis 3-year cooperative investigation was begun in 1967 by the U.S. Geological Survey at the request of the Southwest Florida Water Management District as part of their continuing program of water-resources investigations within the Management District. The purpose of the investigation was to provide a generalized description of the hydrology of Charlotte County and to identify the major hydrologic problems of the county, particularly with respect to use of ground and surface water for public supply. Because most of the available surface-water resources in the County had already been developed, emphasis was placed on evaluating the ground-water resources. This report summarizes the findings of the investigation. Show less

The goal of this study is to evaluate existing monitoring programs for marine turtles in the Tampa Bay National Estuary Program area, and to develop recommendations for future assessment of the status and distributioon of these animals. A byproduct of this work is the first synthesis of information about the occurrence of marine turtles in Tampa Bay.

Date Issued

1996

Identifier

39681100, fgcu_swfe_0437, AAA3760 QF

Format

Document (PDF)

Title

An Assessment of the Flow of Variable-Salinity Ground Water in the Middle Confining Unit of the Floridan Aquifer System, West-Central Florida.

The objective of this report is to assess whether or not the moderately saline to briny ground water in the middle confining unit of the Floridan aquifer system is likely to move vertically into the overlying fresh ground water as a result of ground-water development in the Upper Floridan aquifer.

The purpose of the base programs analysis is to recognize the current public and private environmental regulatory programs, provide an assessment of the overall programs that are in place, and identify the gaps in the existing institutional framework for resource management. Volume 1 provides a snapshot of the Charlotte Harbor National Estuary Program's socioeconomic conditions. It reviews the current institutional management of the natural resources in the greater Charlotte Harbor watershed.... Show moreThe purpose of the base programs analysis is to recognize the current public and private environmental regulatory programs, provide an assessment of the overall programs that are in place, and identify the gaps in the existing institutional framework for resource management. Volume 1 provides a snapshot of the Charlotte Harbor National Estuary Program's socioeconomic conditions. It reviews the current institutional management of the natural resources in the greater Charlotte Harbor watershed. This analysis is performed within an outline of the three major priority problems: hydrologic alterations; water quality degradation; and fish and wildlife habitat loss. Show less

Date Issued

1998, uuuu

Identifier

39071542, fgcu_swfe_0500, AAA4537 QF

Format

Document (PDF)

Title

The Benchmark Farm Program: a Method for Estimating Irrigation Water Use in Southwest Florida.

The purpose of this report is to present irrigation water-use data for selected farms and to show how these data are used to estimate total water use for irrigating various crops in southwest Florida. The study area includes all of the Southwest Florida Water Management District.

Date Issued

1982

Identifier

09047425, fgcu_swfe_0312, AAA3888 QF

Format

Document (PDF)

Title

Benthic marine algae.

Creator

Dawes, Clinton J., Van Breedveld, Jack F.

Abstract/Description

157 species of marine algae (38 Chlorophyta, 29 Phaeophyta, 85 Rhodophyta, 5 Cyanophyta) have been identified from the Hourglass cruises of the Marine Research Laboratory, Florida Board of Conservation. The monthly collections were made on the continental shelf in the Gulf of Mexico between the entrance to Tampa Bay and Fort Myers at depths of 6 to 73 meters over a period of 28 months and included a variety of oceanographic data which have served as a basis for certain ecological observations... Show more157 species of marine algae (38 Chlorophyta, 29 Phaeophyta, 85 Rhodophyta, 5 Cyanophyta) have been identified from the Hourglass cruises of the Marine Research Laboratory, Florida Board of Conservation. The monthly collections were made on the continental shelf in the Gulf of Mexico between the entrance to Tampa Bay and Fort Myers at depths of 6 to 73 meters over a period of 28 months and included a variety of oceanographic data which have served as a basis for certain ecological observations, especially temperature relationships. 18 of the species appear to be new records for Florida. Show less

Date Issued

1969

Identifier

09838309, fgcu_swfe_0396, AAA3944 QF

Format

Document (PDF)

Title

Best Management Practices for Agrichemical Handling and Farm Equipment Maintenance.

Creator

Florida, Florida

Abstract/Description

The purpose of this document is to familiarize farmers, farm managers, and farm workers about Best Management Practices and pollution prevention actions that can be implemented at farm maintenance areas to further protect the environment and improve the efficiency of the farm. Although certain rules are mentioned, this publication is an educational, not regulatory, document.

Date Issued

[1998], 1998, 1998

Identifier

39472948, fgcu_swfe_0366, AAA3737 QF

Format

Document (PDF)

Title

Big Cypress Basin Five Year Plan, 1994-1998.

Creator

South Florida Water Management District (Fla.)

Abstract/Description

Since its inception in 1977, the Big Cypress Basin Board has formulated a series of Five Year Plans to define and outline plans for achieving its broad range of water management objectives. This update was prepared to assess the progress in attaining the goals set forth in the earlier five year plans and to develop schedules for the 1994-1998 period to reflect the changing needs and priorities in the Basin.

Identifier

30821359, fgcu_swfe_0390, AAA3780 QF

Format

Document (PDF)

Title

Big Hickory Pass, New Pass, and Big Carlos Pass.

Creator

Jones, Christopher P. (Christopher Palmer)

Abstract/Description

This report on Big Hickory Pass, New Pass and Big Carlos Pass is one in a "Glossary of Inlets" series being prepared under the State University System Sea Grant project, "Nearshore Circulation, Littoral Drift and the Sand Budget of Florida". The purpose of the series is to provide for each inlet a summary of the more significant available information and to list known dcumentation.

Date Issued

1980

Identifier

07355528, fgcu_swfe_0308

Format

Document (PDF)

Title

Big Slough Watershed Study Status Report.

Creator

North Port (Fla.), Camp, Dresser & McKee

Abstract/Description

The Big Slough watershed encompasses 195 square miles in Sarasota, Manatee and DeSoto counties and drains into the Myakka River on the west coast of Florida. In order to evaluate the magnitude of flooding associated with future development, sub-basin and conveyance characteristics were determined and compiled as an input data set for the US EPA Stormwater Management Model (SWMM). Both the RUNOFF and EXTRAN simulation blocks were used to develop preliminary flood profiles for comparison with... Show moreThe Big Slough watershed encompasses 195 square miles in Sarasota, Manatee and DeSoto counties and drains into the Myakka River on the west coast of Florida. In order to evaluate the magnitude of flooding associated with future development, sub-basin and conveyance characteristics were determined and compiled as an input data set for the US EPA Stormwater Management Model (SWMM). Both the RUNOFF and EXTRAN simulation blocks were used to develop preliminary flood profiles for comparison with observed data. This interim project report describes the development of sub-basin characteristics, preliminary model calibration and verification results for two separate storm events. In addition, peak runoff rates were evaluated for several storms of varying duration and antecedent moisture conditions to define a design storm for additional studies. Show less

Date Issued

[1990], 1990, 1990

Identifier

25920255, fgcu_swfe_0431, AAA3813 QF

Format

Document (PDF)

Title

The Biological Success of Created Marshes in Central Florida.

Creator

Florida

Abstract/Description

The purpose of this investigation was to determine the degree of functional success, as measured in biological terms, of created emergent marsh wetlands at selected sites. All sites were located within the Central Florida Ridges and Uplands ecological subregion.